New Director of U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Brings Decades of Experience

Marshall Johnson, Chief Conservation Officer at the National Audubon Society, has high praise for Brian Nesvik as he assumes the role of director of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. With his extensive background in wildlife conservation and experience as a game warden, Nesvik is well-equipped to tackle the challenges facing the nation's wildlife and ecosystems. As the country faces growing environmental issues such as habitat loss and human-wildlife conflicts, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's leadership is more crucial than ever.

Key Takeaways:

• Brian Nesvik has been confirmed as the director of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service on August 1, 2025, bringing decades of hands-on experience to the role.
• Nesvik's background as a game warden and director of the Wyoming Game and Fish Department has prepared him to address the nation's wildlife conservation needs.
• He has served as a board member of the Intermountain West Joint Venture, giving him a deep understanding of the importance of migratory birds and locally led habitat conservation.
• As director, Nesvik is poised to be a champion for wildlife conservation and habitat protection, working closely with the National Audubon Society and other stakeholders.
• His appointment comes at a critical time for the nation's wildlife, with growing environmental challenges such as habitat loss and human-wildlife conflicts.
• Nesvik's leadership is crucial in ensuring the protection of the nation's treasured birds and other wildlife, as well as the natural resources upon which they depend.

Statistics:

• The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service plays a vital role in safeguarding the biodiversity of the nation's wildlife and the health of ecosystems across the country.
• The National Audubon Society has 800 staff members and over 1.9 million supporters, working towards a common goal of a better planet for both birds and people.
• With 120 years of science-based, community-driven impact, the National Audubon Society is a leading nonprofit conservation organization.
• The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is responsible for protecting and managing the nation's fish, wildlife, and plants.

Sources:

• "Brian Nesvik Brings Decades of Hands-On Experience to Lead the Fish and Wildlife Service" by the National Audubon Society, published August 7 (no date specified), accessed 8/7/2025.
• Statement by Marshall Johnson, Chief Conservation Officer at the National Audubon Society.
• "About Audubon" by the National Audubon Society, accessed 8/7/2025.